15 most memorable interview mistakes

Applicant warned the interviewer that [the applicant] "took too much valium" and didn't think her interview was indicative of her personality

Applicant warned the interviewer that [the applicant] "took too much valium" and didn't think her interview was indicative of her personality

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Applicant acted out a Star Trek role

Applicant acted out a Star Trek role

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Applicant answered a phone call for an interview with a competitor

Applicant answered a phone call for an interview with a competitor

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Applicant arrived in a jogging suit because he was going running after the interview

Applicant arrived in a jogging suit because he was going running after the interview

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Applicant asked for a hug

Applicant asked for a hug

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Applicant attempted to secretly record the interview

Applicant attempted to secretly record the interview

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Applicant brought personal photo albums

Applicant brought personal photo albums

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Applicant called himself his own personal hero

Applicant called himself his own personal hero

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Applicant checked Facebook during the interview

Applicant checked Facebook during the interview

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Applicant crashed her car into the building

Applicant crashed her car into the building

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Applicant popped out teeth when discussing dental benefits

Applicant popped out teeth when discussing dental benefits

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Applicant kept her iPod headphones on during the interview

Applicant kept her iPod headphones on during the interview

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Applicant set fire to the interviewer's newspaper while reading it when the interviewer said "impress me"

Applicant set fire to the interviewer's newspaper while reading it when the interviewer said "impress me"

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Applicant said that he questioned his daughter's paternity

Applicant said that he questioned his daughter's paternity

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Applicant wanted to know the name and phone number of the receptionist because he really liked her

Applicant wanted to know the name and phone number of the receptionist because he really liked her

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15 most memorable interview mistakes

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Leaving a lasting impression is usually a good thing with job interviews. Whatever helps you stand out from a pile of qualified applicants, right? The trick is keeping that impression positive.

CareerBuilder conducted a survey of hiring managers and human resources professionals last fall to find some of the most widespread interview blunders. In addition to the common mistakes, like appearing disinterested, dressing inappropriately, and appearing arrogant, the survey revealed some memorable examples of interviewing gone awry.

Check out the 15 most memorable blunders, beginning with the applicant who opened up about her medication use.